He was able to disconnect from what was expected and do the unexpected.

He inspired us all to think bigger and be bolder with our products.

He has battled cancer for a while now. But in the meantime he created the smart phone global market and defined the next generation of communication and computing. There will be more change in the next 10 years than in the previous 100. I believe that. He was a key part of laying the foundation for this rapid change. I believe Steve really wanted to be around to see it – and to continue his legacy of innovation. We who are inspired by him will have to help carry on his legacy.